
Instructor Information
About Enrique Renterίa . .
.
A.A. Merced College
Liberal Arts
B.A. CSU, Fresno
Liberal Studies
M.A. CSU, Fresno
Education, Counseling & Student Services
I have been a counselor/instructor at Merced College
since 2001. I counsel students in the Title V Program and work in Guidance Services
as a counselor to the general college population. Also, I teach Guidance
classes for the Title V Program. I assist students in developing personal and
academic short/long term goals while encouraging students to believe in
themselves and recognizing their highest potential. ¡Si
Se Puede! I enjoy camping, hunting, fishing,
gardening, and movies In my spare time, I like to
listen to rancheras, cumbias,
& latin rock.
About Vince Piro
. . .
B. A. San Jose
State University
- English
M.A. San Jose State University-English
I have been an English teacher at Merced
College since 1990. My
experience includes teaching a wide range of classes from basic writing through
critical thinking/composition as well as taking leadership roles on campus
committees and in statewide professional organizations. I believe that students
can succeed with dedication, determination, and the right guidance from
instructors and counselors. On a personal note, my interests include web page
design, jazz, reading, of course, and camping and hiking.
Vince Piro's Web
Page: http://www.mccd.edu/pirov
About Mike Barba . . .
A.A. Modesto Junior College- Theatre Arts
B.A.
Humboldt State
University- English
Year Abroad Study- University
of Sheffield, United Kingdom-
English and Film Studies
M.Ed- University of Massachusetts-
English Education
I have been an Instructor at Merced College
since 2000. In that time, I have taught
a diverse range of classes, from English 83 to Creative Writing. I have been involved with Puente in one way
or another since 1999 when I served as co-coordinator for Modesto Junior College’s
Puente program. My interests outside of
school include film, reading, and traveling with my new wife.
Merced College Puente Program.
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